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Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Director to join our senior leadership team at our Northampton site. This is a pivotal role, with full responsibility for driving operational performance, leading a multi-disciplinary management team, and contributing to the overall strategic direction and profitability of the business. You will provide strong, visible leadership across Production, Engineering, Health & Safety, Quality, Despatch and Continuous Improvement, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance and a culture of continuous improvement. Main responsibilities of the role Act as a driving force for a safety-first culture across the siteLead, coach and develop functional managers to maximise performance and engagementDeliver plant performance targets in line with customer requirements for quality, volume and deliveryOwn and manage operational, maintenance and capital investment budgetsEnsure effective planning of labour, equipment and external service providersDrive continuous improvement initiatives across quality, productivity and costEnsure full compliance with health, safety and environmental legislationPlay a key role in change management, culture development and business transformationContribute to stra